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USI’s Winders Wins National Title In 5,000m

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PITTSBURG, Kan.—University of Southern Indiana Men’s Track & Field junior All-American Titus Winders (Mansfield, Indiana) can add a new title to his name: NATIONAL CHAMPION. Winders became the fifth men’s runner in program history to claim a national championship Friday evening when he finished first in the 5,000 meters at the NCAA Division II Indoor Championships, obliterating the school, track and meet records in the process as he crossed the finish line in 13 minutes, 38.92 seconds.

Winders was strategic throughout the 16-competitor race as he fell back as far as 14th midway through the run. However, he slowly began to pick up ground throughout the final 2,400 meters. He moved into ninth-place, then eighth before slipping to 10th for a brief moment. From the 3,500-meter mark to the 3,800-meter mark, Winders jumped five spots to fifth, where he began to pick opponents off one-by-one.

With 900 meters to go, Winders was in fourth. Three-hundred meters later, he was in third.

Then came his big moment. He moved into second and with 300 meters left in the race, following a 44.75-second split, Winders had claimed the poll position. He closed the final 300-meters in 43.59 seconds as he out-kicked Colorado School of Mines freshman Dillon Powell for a 3.66-second victory and USI’s 11th combined individual national championship (men and women).

In addition to Winders, USI freshman Cameron Hough (Only, Illinois) and senior Jennifer Comastri (Indianapolis, Indiana) competed in the women’s 5,000 meters. Hough finished 16th out of 19 runners with a time of 17:11.69, while Comastri crossed the finish line in 18th-place with a time of 17:22.69.

Winders closes USI’s indoor season Saturday when he competes in the 3,000 meters. The race is slated to begin at 7:05 p.m.

Hoosier History Highlights: Sid Grauman Born in Indianapolis

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March 13 – March 19

The Week in Indiana History
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1879     Sid Grauman was born in Indianapolis.  He was one of the original 36 founders of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.  He is best known for building Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, a landmark in Hollywood.  The forecourt of the theatre is famous for nearly 200 celebrity hand and footprints in cement.
dresser1913     The Indiana legislature adopted the official state song, “On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away.”  Written in 1897 by Paul Dresser of Terre Haute, the tune was one of the most popular of its era.  (Pictured:  The Paul Dresser Memorial in Fairbanks Park near his home on the banks of the Wabash.)

1933     Banks across Indiana began to reopen after having been closed for a week.  President Franklin D. Roosevelt had declared a “bank holiday” that shut down the banking system in response to a month-long run by nervous depositors.

Crowe1955     Crispus Attucks High School, led by Coach Ray Crowe (pictured), defeated Gary Roosevelt to win the state basketball championship.  It was the first all African American team in the nation to win a state title.

1969     Governor Edgar D. Whitcomb signed a bill to consolidate government within Marion County.  Called “UNIGOV,” the plan was first introduced by Indianapolis Mayor Richard Lugar.

Obama 2008     Barack Obama, running for his first term in office, attended a campaign rally at Plainfield High School.  He told the crowd, “This is your campaign.  This is your chance to make your mark on history.”

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Indiana Quick Quiz

Select the interstate that will take you to each of the following cities:

1. Lafayette   2.  Fort Wayne   3.  Terre Haute   4.  Greensburg

a. I-70   b. I-65   c. I-74   d. I-69

Answers Below

Hoosier Quote of the Week

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“I love people.  I was born loving people.”

—Betsy Palmer (1926 – 2015)

Born in East Chicago, Indiana, Betsy Palmer was a popular actress on and off Broadway. She became familiar to TV audiences as a panelist on the quiz show, “I’ve Got a Secret.”

Quips from George Ade

A member of Indiana’s Golden Age of Literature, George Ade (1866 – 1944), born in Kentland, was a popular author, newspaper reporter, and playwright.

“Be it ever so humble, there is no place like home for wearing what you like.”

“Anybody can win, unless there happens to be a second entry.”

Answers:  1.  b   2.  d   3.  a

 4.  c

Hoosiers Should Choose Carefully When Giving To Charities

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As part of Attorney General Todd Rokita’s continuing efforts to protect Hoosier consumers from scams and in celebration of National Consumer Protection Week, Attorney General Rokita reminds Hoosiers to be mindful of their charitable giving.

“Hoosiers are generous. Yet as they look for opportunities to help the less fortunate and give to worthy causes, there are those who would scheme to take advantage of this good-hearted generosity,” Attorney General Rokita said. “As we consider ways to help others, we should be careful not to ensure we are truly helping the needy.”

Attorney General Rokita works to track down, investigate and bring to justice the criminals who perpetrate illegal scams. He works just as hard to help Hoosiers avoid becoming victims in the first place.

To avoid falling victim to deceptive schemes, Attorney General Rokita said, Hoosiers should follow these tips:

  • Research any charity to which you are considering donating.
  • The FTC suggests searching online using the charity name plus words like “complaint,” “review,” or “scam.” Don’t be fooled by names that sound like well-known charities.
  • Be sure to ask how much of your donation will go directly to the program you want to help — and do your own research to confirm.
  • Beware of charities that pop up after recent disasters.
  • Make sure you are dealing with the real charitable organization. Be leery of appeals from unknown or unfamiliar organizations you receive by phone, mail, email, and/or social media.
  • If reached by phone, do not agree to donate money without further research into the organization.
  • Don’t assume solicitations on social media or crowdfunding sites are legitimate — or that hyperlinks are accurate — even in posts shared or liked by your friends. Contact your friends offline and request information about links they share.
  • It is generally safer to donate as part of a longstanding familiar relationship with a charitable cause than to respond to out-of-the-blue solicitations.
  • When donating online, use a browser to navigate to a reputable charity’s verified website — and donate there rather than through a third party or “middleman” collectors, who often skim off a sizeable portion of donations even if they are legitimate.
  • Legitimate, secure donation websites should begin with “https” (or feature a lock icon) rather than just “http.”
  • Take your time and don’t overshare. Do not share personal information or financial information in response to unsolicited emails, texts or phone calls.
  • Never feel rushed to donate.
  • Be skeptical of solicitors who try to play on your emotions through heart-rending stories or images. Remember that legitimate charities do not use pressure tactics.
  • Always donate by credit card rather than cash or other methods, to ensure you can access the protections available through your credit card company.
  • Make sure you haven’t signed up for a recurring donation if you didn’t want one.
  • Look up a charity’s report and ratings on these websites:

Go online to report charity scams to Attorney General Rokita’s Consumer Protection Division. To reach the Consumer Protection Division by phone, please call 1-800-382-5516.

EPA Proposes “Good Neighbor” Plan to Cut Smog Across Much of the United States

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WASHINGTON (March 11, 2022)  – Following clear Clean Air Act requirements and meeting a court deadline, EPA is proposing a federal plan that would cut pollution from power plants and industrial sources that significantly contribute to unhealthy levels of ground-level ozone, or smog, for millions of Americans who live downwind. Relying on a longstanding regulatory framework and commonly used, affordable pollution controls, this action would help states fully resolve their Clean Air Act “good neighbor” obligations for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), enhancing public health and environmental protections regionally and for local communities.

“Following the science and the law, this ‘good neighbor’ plan will better protect the health of Americans across the country,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “Air pollution doesn’t stop at the state line. This step will help our state partners meet air quality health standards, saving lives and improving public health in smog-affected communities across the United States.”

EPA’s proposal builds upon a combination of proven approaches to limit ozone season emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOX), a key ingredient in the formation of ground-level ozone. Beginning in 2023, EPA is proposing to include electric generating units in 25 states in the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR) NOX Ozone Season Group 3 Trading Program, which would be revised and strengthened for the 2015 ozone NAAQS. And, beginning in 2026, EPA is proposing emissions standards for certain industrial sources in 23 states that have a significant impact on downwind air quality. EPA’s proposed limits on health-harming pollution from power plants and industrial sources reflect the installation and operation of proven, cost-effective emission controls, which in many cases have been implemented for years in numerous states.

Together, these NOX control strategies would achieve health and environmental benefits that far outweigh the costs. In 2026, EPA projects that the proposed rule would prevent approximately 1,000 premature deaths and avoid more than 2,000 hospital and emergency room visits, 1.3 million cases of asthma symptoms, and 470,000 school absence days. Reducing ozone levels also would improve visibility in national and state parks and increase protection for sensitive ecosystems, coastal waters, estuaries, and forests.

In 2026, the cost of achieving these reductions would be approximately $1.1 billion (2016$), a fraction of the estimated value of the benefits. EPA estimates the monetized benefits in 2026 would be at least $9.3 billion and could be as high as $18 billion (2016$, 3 percent discount rate). Annually, the monetized net benefits of EPA’s proposed Federal Plan would be $15 billion (2016$, 3 percent discount rate) each year over the period from 2023 to 2042.

EPA’s proposed limits on NOX pollution from power plants would build upon the demonstrated success of existing CSAPR trading programs by including additional features that promote consistent operation of emission controls to enhance public health and environmental protection for the region and for local communities. These features include daily emissions rate limits on large coal-fired units to promote more consistent operation and optimization of emissions controls, limits on “banking” of allowances, and annual updates to the emission budgets starting in 2025 to account for changes in the generating fleet.

EPA evaluated air quality modeling, annual emissions, and information about potential controls to determine which industries beyond the power sector could have the greatest impact in providing ozone air quality improvements in affected downwind states. As a result, EPA is proposing emissions standards for new and existing emissions units in these selected industries:

  • reciprocating internal combustion engines in Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas;
  • kilns in Cement and Cement Product Manufacturing;
  • boilers and furnaces in Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing;
  • furnaces in Glass and Glass Product Manufacturing; and
    • high-emitting, large boilers in Basic Chemical Manufacturing, Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing, and Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills.


This proposal implements the Clean Air Act’s “good neighbor” or “interstate transport” provision, which requires each state to submit a State Implementation Plan (SIP) that ensures sources within the state do not contribute significantly to nonattainment or interfere with maintenance of the NAAQS in other states. Each state must make this new SIP submission within 3 years after promulgation of a new or revised NAAQS.

Where EPA finds that a state has not submitted a good neighbor SIP, or if the EPA disapproves the SIP, the EPA must issue a Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) within two years to assure downwind states are protected. EPA is in the process of reviewing and acting on SIP submissions from the relevant states covered by this proposal.

EPA will take comment on the proposed rule for 60 days after it is published in the Federal Register. The Agency also will hold a virtual public hearing.

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Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Meeting

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 The Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation will meet for the regularly scheduled Board meeting Monday, March 14, 2022 at 5:30 PM in the Board Room of the EVSC Administration Building located at 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN. Seating will be limited to allow for appropriate social distancing. As always, Board meetings can also be observed by tuning to EVSC’s radio station, 90.7 WPSR or live streamed online at https://www.wpsrhd.com/. 

Prior to the regularly scheduled Board meeting, three members of the Board, along with district administrators, will hold a Town Hall beginning at 5:00 PM. This Town Hall is for Vanderburgh County residents to speak directly with Board members in attendance about issues involving EVSC schools. The Town Hall will be the process utilized to receive Public Comment. The Town Hall will be held in the Technology and Innovation Center located at 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN. Members of the public who would like to attend the Town Hall should register by completing the Town Hall Registration Form located on our website at district.evscschools.com. 

THE LEGACY REUNION OF THE EARTH, WIND, AND FIRE ALUMNI LIVE AT THE VICTORY THEATRE

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Coming to Victory Theatre on October 15th Earth, Wind & Fire dominated the 70’s with their monster grooves and high energy, danceable hits. garnering 20 Grammy Award nominations (winning six as a group) and a Hall of Fame Induction along the way.

The music of EWF has origins in Jazz, R&B, Funk, Disco and Soul, culminating in the perfect Pop storm. The style and sounds of the greatest hit recordings by Earth Wind & Fire throughout the decades were built by founder & creator Maurice White and the contributions of a stellar collection of some of the best musicians in the world.

 

Attorney General Todd Rokita warns Hoosiers to be aware of cryptocurrency scams 

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With the rise of cryptocurrency and other digital assets, Attorney General Todd Rokita wants Indiana consumers to be on the lookout for risky or predatory practices related to the often-misunderstood topic.

“New technologies spark the interest of many people, and Hoosiers are no exception. Indiana consumers may be familiar with cryptocurrencies or may want to learn more about them,” Attorney General Rokita said. “However, digital assets are increasingly being used by well-versed perpetrators looking to scam you out of hard-earned money.”

Cryptocurrency is one form of digital asset and is created by companies or individuals, usually taking the form of a virtual coin or token. Digital assets are intangible and generally exist only electronically. Billions of dollars of value are currently invested in cryptocurrencies around the world, with thousands of cryptocurrencies available and more being created all the time.

Most consumers purchase cryptocurrency through an online exchange platform. These assets are stored in digital wallets, which could be online in an exchange, on your computer, or on an external hard drive. But because they are intangible, if something goes wrong with your platform, your hard drive, or your computer, it is likely that you will not be able to recover your funds.

Hoosiers should be aware that the value of cryptocurrency is extremely volatile.

The Securities Division of the Indiana Secretary of State has played an active role in investigating fraud cases related to cryptocurrency and protecting Indiana investors.

“Many of the new cryptocurrency markets operate in uncharted territory when it comes to regulation,” said Indiana Secretary of State Holli Sullivan. “Scammers have moved in quickly to take advantage of people’s interest to invest. I encourage all Hoosiers to thoroughly vet any offerings related to cryptocurrency before placing their money in potentially volatile markets.”

Scammers are using a variety of methods to exploit the novelty of cryptocurrencies as more consumers are using this asset.  Here are a few warning signs for scams related to cryptocurrencies:

USI Women’s Basketball falls to Walsh in NCAA-opener

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ASHLAND, Ohio—Two first-half runs by the opposition proved to be too much for University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball to overcome as the No. 25 Screaming Eagles suffered a 75-63 setback to No. 15/18 Walsh University in the opening round of the NCAA Division II Midwest Region Tournament Friday night.

Walsh (27-4), the No. 4 seed in the regional, used a 9-0 first-quarter run that lasted a little more than two minutes and an 8-0 second-quarter run that lasted less than 90 seconds to build a lead it would not relinquish.

The fifth-seeded Eagles (23-6) held a 9-8 lead with less than four minutes to play in the opening quarter when the Cavaliers strung together nine straight points to build an eight-point cushion.

USI kept within striking distance of the Cavaliers in the second period as it trailed 25-20 midway through the quarter. Walsh, the nation’s leader in field goal percentage, wrapped a pair of three-pointers around a layup as it made three straight shots to extend their lead to 33-20 with just under four minutes to play in the half.

The Eagles cut the deficit to eight later in the half before going into the intermission in a 41-31 hole. USI came out of the break with a quick basket, but Walsh responded with a 10-2 run that pushed its advantage to 16 points (51-35) with 16 minutes left to play in the game.

USI saw its deficit grow to as much as 19 late in the fourth quarter before finishing the game on a 9-2 run.

Senior forward Ashlynn Brown (Perrysburg, Ohio) paced the Eagles with a game-high 19 points and seven rebounds, while fifth-year senior guard Emma DeHart (Indianapolis, Indiana) added 15 points and five rebounds in her final game in a USI uniform. Junior forward Hannah Haithcock(Washington Courthouse, Ohio) rounded out the Eagles double-figure scorers with 11 points and six rebounds.

Walsh was led by the D2CCA Midwest Region Player of the Year in senior guard/forward Sha Carter, who had a 18 and 11 rebounds. Senior guard Morgan McMillen added 16 points.

In addition to DeHart, USI says good bye to fifth-year senior guard Ashley Hunter (Flossmoor, Illinois)—Brown is expected to return for her NCAA-granted COVID year in 2022-23. DeHart and Hunter helped lead the Eagles to the GLVC regular-season title and the top seed in the GLVC Tournament. They helped USI qualify for the NCAA II Tournament for the 12th time in program history.

DeHart finishes her career ranked first all-time at USI with 126 games played, second in three-point field goals attempted (433), eighth in made three-pointers (127) and 12th in scoring (1,189) and assists (230). She missed out on the USI record books for rebounds by just five after finishing her career with 361, while her 144 steals were two shy of cracking USI’s top 15 all-time.

The Eagles now turn their attention to the NCAA Division I ranks and the Ohio Valley Conference, where it will begin competing in starting in 2022-23.

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